Character.AI has announced its commitment to The Inspired Internet Pledge, a significant move aimed at improving online safety and wellness, particularly for younger audiences. This initiative, spearheaded by the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital, encourages technology companies to collaborate in creating a healthier digital environment.

Commitment to Digital Safety

Character.AI, a platform engaging over 20 million users monthly, is dedicated to providing a secure and creative space for its community. By aligning with the Digital Wellness Lab’s mission, the company aims to design and maintain an ecosystem that prioritizes the safety and well-being of young internet users. The pledge offers a framework for companies to implement measurable actions towards this goal, and Character.AI has also become an official supporter of the Digital Wellness Lab.

Industry-Wide Collaboration

Dom Perella, interim CEO at Character.AI, expressed enthusiasm about the Lab’s research-driven approach in understanding the digital landscape’s impact on youth. The company is eager to collaborate with other pledge signatories to responsibly integrate new technologies tailored to teens’ needs.

About the Digital Wellness Lab

The Digital Wellness Lab focuses on promoting positive digital media experiences from birth through young adulthood. Their recent research, titled “Pulse Survey: Optimism and Uncertainty — How Teens View and Use Artificial Intelligence,” delves into teenagers’ interactions with AI tools, highlighting knowledge gaps and proposing future guidelines for ethical AI engagement.

Enhancing Teen Safety Online

Character.AI has also partnered with teen safety experts, including ConnectSafely, to ensure its platform prioritizes safety for users under 18. This collaboration is part of a comprehensive safety-by-design strategy, where experts provide insights during the development of new features and evaluate existing products.

Character.AI remains committed to fostering a secure environment for its users. Supporting the Digital Wellness Lab and endorsing The Inspired Internet Pledge are integral to the company’s ongoing efforts to enhance its safety policies and platform functionalities.

For more details on this initiative, visit the Character.AI Blog.

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